can't put together and set the right load order the mods I want to install

[asilkan2k]

I've never tried modding Skyrim before, and there are far too many complexities, such as the proper load order and installing compatible mods. I saw a video about graphic mods yesterday, and since then I've been attempting to install all of the mods listed in the description, but it appears that I'm not doing so in the correct order. So, may I ask if anyone can assist me in repairing it?

 

Here's the link to the video I'm referring to.

[jaydawg55]

Because of the complexities you mentioned, you should use a mod manager to install or remove mods. Mod Organizer 2 (MO2) and Vortex are the big names in mod managers. They have a lot of user support available.

 

If you decide to use MO2, you will also need a program called LOOT (Load Order Optimization Tool) and xEdit or SSEEdit in this case.

 

LOOT sorts mods and identifies conflicts between mods. It also allows you to set the order in which conflicting mods will load into the game. Which mod loads last "wins" so to speak. That means the conflicting mod which loads last has its changes accepted by the game instead any others that conflict with it that load before.

 

You might also see notices in LOOT that certain mods require "cleaning" to remove improper edits. Cleaning mods is where xEdit is used.

 

There are tutorials on YouTube that explain how to do all this in more detail.

 

If you choose Vortex as your mod manager, LOOT functionality is built right in so you don't need to download or set it up. Vortex is the official mod manager of Nexus Mods. It replaces NMM (Nexus Mod manager). You will still need to get and install xEdit to use with Vortex when you need to clean mods.

 

I have been using Vortex since it was in alpha development. It is my preferred mod manager because I tend to overlook details needed to successfully manage a working mod list. Vortex automatically sorts mods I install (and uninstall), and immediately identifies conflicts. It also reminds me to resolve the conflicts (even providing suggestions) before I try to launch the game.

 

You might also want to look into Nexus Mod Collections if you decide to use Vortex. Collections are lists of mods curated by other users usually around a common theme. There might be a Collection available that has most of what you are looking for. Collections streamline finding and downloading mods for your game. It is still in beta testing, but I have had good luck with it so far.

 

Hope this helps. There is a lot to learn because Bethesda games like Skyrim and Fallout tend to be very modification friendly.